Ketchum
Ecosystem Overview
The Ketchum ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in blaine county, idaho, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Blaine County nearby has 84% more documented species, Ketchum offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 6 blaine county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Boisea trivittata
Taraxacum officinale
common dandelion
Pica hudsonia
Black-billed Magpie
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Lactuca serriola
Prickly Lettuce
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Platycryptus californicus
jumping spiders
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Polemonium caeruleum
Jacob's-Ladder
Populus tremuloides
Aspen Poplar
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
Plantago major
Great Plantain
Nepeta cataria
Catnip
Melanophila consputa
Digrammia neptaria
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Blaine County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ketchum. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ketchumwithin Blaine County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.